MISSOULA, Mont. - The American Snuff Company donated $125,000 to the Boone and Crockett Club in recognition of the organization's leadership in wildlife conservation.The company featureda collection of habitat and restoration projects funded by the Club, along with those of another conservation foundation. Website visitors viewed these projects to show their interest and support for their favorites.Boone and Crockett's most viewed project was in Arkansas's Ozark Mountains, where Club-funded research is pinpointing characteristics - habitat, harvest regulations, land uses, etc. - of areas producing trophy-class whitetail deer."Finding new and creative ways to fund conservation is a top priority. The Boone and Crockett Club is honored to receive American Snuff Company's donation. This company's commitment to conservation is what's really on display here," said Keith Balfourd, marketing director for the Club.He added, "Sportsmen and sportswomen have been the backbone of conservation funding for the past century. We would like to acknowledge all those hunters and anglers who took the time to go online and learn more about what being done for the wildlife and traditions they cherish. America's wildlife depends on informed and engaged sportsmen."The Boone and Crockett Club manages a vast network of conservation programs, including funding research, programs that teach conservation practices, and a policy team that promotes unified solutions on the issues that refine and expand the conservation movement created by the Club's founders.About the Boone and Crockett ClubNorth America's first hunting and conservation organization, the Boone and Crockett Club was founded by Theodore Roosevelt in 1887. Its mission is to promote the conservation and management of wildlife, especially big game and its habitat, to preserve and encourage hunting and to maintain the highest ethical standards of fair chase and sportsmanship. Join us at www.boone-crockett.org.

Denali National Park and Preserve was one of four national parks to receive a 2015 Subaru Outback thanks to a partnershipbetween the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, and Subaru of America. The donated vehicles will help support park needs including educational and resource management projects, traffic management, travel to gateway communities, and more.Denali National Park and Preserve employees will use the Outback to travel between the park and Anchorage, approximately 240 miles away. Having a safe car to travel the George Parks Highway in all types of weather will enhance the park’s ability to meet with National Park Service regional office staff and park partners based in Alaska’s largest city. “Denali is pleased to receive this workhorse of a vehicle. It will provide reliable, and comfortable transportation for our employees and park partners who must travel long distances to support the park’s mission of preservation and protection,” stated Superintendent Don Striker.When the 2015 Outback was introduced last year, Subaru of America, Inc., and the National Park Foundation teamed up to encourage more people to visit and volunteer at America’s over 400 national parks. Since 2013, Subaru of America, Inc. has donated more than $2.7 million to the National Park Foundation through its annual “Share the Love” campaign.“Subaru of America, Inc. is proud to expand its support of the National Park Foundation to include the donation of four all-new Subaru Outback vehicles,” said Alan Bethke, vice president of marketing, Subaru of America, Inc. “With its all-wheel drive, ground clearance and rugged capability, the Outback is the perfect vehicle to safely transport national park staff throughout the year.”For more information on the National Park Foundation and how to support and protect America’s national parks, please visitwww.nationalparks.org.

ABOUT SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of more than 600 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill production plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. For additional information, visitmedia.subaru.com.ABOUT THE NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATIONThe National Park Foundation is the official charity of America’s national parks and nonprofit partner to the National Park Service. Chartered by Congress in 1967, the National Park Foundation raises private funds to help PROTECT more than 84 million acres of national parks through critical conservation and preservation efforts, CONNECT all Americans with their incomparable natural landscapes, vibrant culture and rich history, and INSPIRE the next generation of park stewards. Find out more and become a part of the national park community atwww.nationalparks.org.

Yosemite National Park was one of four national parks to receive a 2015 Subaru Outback thanks to a partnershipbetween the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, and Subaru of America, Inc. Yosemite National Park added the Subaru to its existing vehicle fleet. This fuel-efficient Subaru will help the park reach its goal to become more sustainable and reduce gasoline consumption during normal park operations.“We are excited to receive this new Subaru from the National Park Foundation,” said Don Neubacher, Yosemite National Park Superintendent. “This vehicle will allow us to easily navigate through all weather conditions in the park for continued and efficient park operations.”When the 2015 Outback was introduced last year, Subaru and the National Park Foundation partnered to encourage more people to visit and volunteer at America’s over 400 national parks. Since 2013, Subaru has donated more than $2.7 million to the National Park Foundation through its annual “Share the Love” campaign.“Subaru is proud to expand its support of the National Park Foundation to include the donation of four all-new Subaru Outback vehicles,” said Alan Bethke, vice president of marketing, Subaru of America, Inc. “With its all-wheel drive, ground clearance and rugged capability, the Outback is the perfect vehicle to safely transport national park staff throughout the year.”For more information on the National Park Foundation and how to support and protect America’s national parks, please visitwww.nationalparks.org.ABOUT SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of more than 600 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill production plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. For additional information, visitmedia.subaru.com.ABOUT THE NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATIONThe National Park Foundation is the official charity of America’s national parks and nonprofit partner to the National Park Service. Chartered by Congress in 1967, the National Park Foundation raises private funds to help PROTECT more than 84 million acres of national parks through critical conservation and preservation efforts, CONNECT all Americans with their incomparable natural landscapes, vibrant culture and rich history, and INSPIRE the next generation of park stewards. Find out more and become a part of the national park community atwww.nationalparks.org.

Grand Teton National Park benefits from a generous donation by Subaru of America, Inc. -- a proud supporter of America's national parks. Photo by Grand Teton National Park

Generous Donation from Subaru of America will Support Park Operational NeedsMoose, WY (March 3 2015) – Grand Teton National Park is one of four national parks to receive a 2015 Subaru Outback thanks to a partnership between the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, andSubaru of America, Inc.These four donated vehicles will help facilitate the operational needs at each of the selected national parks by supporting educational and resource management projects, traffic management, travel to gateway communities, and more.Grand Teton National Park took possession of their donated Subaru in early January. From May through October, the new Subaru will be used by the Grand Teton’s Wildlife Brigade, a cadre of park employees and volunteers that manages human-wildlife encounters along park roadways and patrols park campgrounds to ensure food storage compliance. During the off-season (November-May) the Subaru will be used for official travel by members of Grand Teton’s management team as they attend meetings and events in gateway communities and neighboring towns.“We greatly appreciate the support for national parks provided by Subaru of America,” said Grand Teton National Park Superintendent David Vela. “Through Subaru’s generosity and their great partnership with the National Park Foundation, we are better positioned to meet our operational needs and more effectively serve the visiting public through use of our new Subaru.”When the 2015 Outback was introduced last year, Subaru and the National Park Foundation teamed up to encourage more people to visit and volunteer at America’s over 400 national parks. Since 2013, Subaru has donated more than $2.7 million to the National Park Foundation through its annual “Share the Love” campaign.“Subaru is proud to expand its support of the National Park Foundation to include the donation of four all-new Subaru Outback vehicles,” said Alan Bethke, vice president of marketing, Subaru of America, Inc. “With its all-wheel drive, ground clearance and rugged capability, the Outback is the perfect vehicle to safely transport national park staff throughout the year.”For more information on the National Park Foundation and how to support and protect America’s national parks, please visitwww.nationalparks.org.ABOUT SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.:Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of more than 600 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill production plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. For additional information, visitwww.media.subaru.com.ABOUT THE NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION:The National Park Foundation is the official charity of America’s national parks and nonprofit partner to the National Park Service. Chartered by Congress in 1967, the National Park Foundation raises private funds to help PROTECT more than 84 million acres of national parks through critical conservation and preservation efforts, CONNECT all Americans with their incomparable natural landscapes, vibrant culture and rich history, and INSPIRE the next generation of park stewards. Find out more and become a part of the national park community atwww.nationalparks.org.ABOUT GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK:Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park protects spectacular mountain scenery, a fascinating array of wildlife species and an impressive assembly of cultural and historic resources. The dramatic Teton Range—a central feature of the park— rises over 6,000 feet above the valley floor and includes the iconic 13,700-foot Grand Teton. The legendary Snake River and several glacial lakes add an aquatic dimension to the sage-covered valley of Jackson Hole. The park’s world-renowned scenery attracts nearly four million visitors each year and offers an array of recreational activities for all ages and abilities. For further information about Grand Teton National Park, visit online atwww.nps.gov/grte.

Forest Service Plotter Finds New HomeWinthrop, WA— Methow Valley Ranger District recently donated a plotter to the Liberty Bell High School. “We are very appreciative of the Plotter,” said Bob Wilson, Design Technology Teacher at Liberty Bell High School. The plotter, a wide format printer, was excess to the Forest Service’s needs but will become a much used tool for students in School’s Design Tech course. In the course, students learn to use various architecture and design software programs. They are currently working in collaboration with TwispWorks to print standard size architectural drawings for a remodel of the North Building. In addition to the Design Tech course, Mr. Wilson expects the plotter will get a lot of use by other programs at the High School, including the Art Program. “We are glad to see this equipment go to the school,” said Gary Reed GIS Specialist for the Forest Service. “It was excess to our needs but it will really help the students with their projects.” Reed coordinated the transfer of the plotter, valued at about $1,200, under a special authority that allows for donating to schools.

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